Milwaukee Bucks consider extension for Jaime Jaquez Jr. before deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:26 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

The Milwaukee Bucks face a decision on whether to extend Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s contract before the Oct. 19 deadline. If an extension is not reached, Jaquez will become a restricted free agent next offseason, allowing the Bucks to negotiate again or match any offers he receives. Jaquez has expressed a focus on his current contract while acknowledging the extension talks. The 25-year-old has the option to sign for up to five years, with projections for a deal in the range of $60-90 million, depending on the structure.
- •Bucks must decide on Jaquez's extension by Oct. 19
- •Jaquez becomes restricted free agent if no extension
- •Possible contract projections range from $60-90 million
- •Jaquez seeks to maintain focus amid contract discussions
- •Bucks GM Jon Horst open to extension talks
- 10:26 AMYahoo Sports — What does a Jaime Jaquez Jr. extension look like with Milwaukee Bucks?
"With the Oct. 19 deadline approaching, what would a contract extension for new Milwaukee Bucks forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. look like?
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